STEVENSON OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT W/CONNEC
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Chapter 1, Problem 16DRQ
Summary Introduction
To determine: The impacts of outsourcing.
Introduction: Outsourcing is a policy followed by firms where they hire an outside party to produce their goods which were previously done in-house by their own employees. Outsourcing is seen as a cost-cutting measure where they perform similar jobs with reduced costs. The downside of outsourcing is the potential loss of jobs in the home country.
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Long term capacity plans and how to properly make decisions regarding long-term planning
Long-term capacity plans cover periods longer periods of time. These plans are suitable for large businesses that want to scale their operations with a proven strategy for achieving production targets and meeting customer demands. Long-term capacity plans consider other factors apart from the productive requirements of the company.
How important is it, in your mind, to properly make decisions regarding long-term capacity planning? How does this decision impact the present and future profitability of an organization? Be specific and give examples.
In addition to the Amazon case study you provided, I'm curious if you've encountered other examples of companies successfully applying Little's Law to enhance their supply chain risk management practices. For instance, have you seen organizations use queuing theory to assess the potential ripple effects of disruptions, stress-test their contingency plans, or identify critical control points that require heightened monitoring and agility?
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STEVENSON OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT W/CONNEC
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